Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
internode
noun
/ˈɪntərnoʊd/
Definition
The section of a plant stem between two nodes.
Examples
- The internode can vary in length depending on the type of plant.
- In climbing plants, longer internodes help them to reach towards sunlight.
- The measurement of the internode helps botanists determine plant growth patterns.
Meaning
In botanical terms, an internode refers to the part of a stem or branch that lies between the points where leaves or branches (nodes) emerge.
Synonyms
- stem section
- branch segment
